Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tree in the coffee family, found in Thailand and other tropical countries. Traditionally, in Southeast Asia, people have chewed its leaves or made them into a tea that’s used to fight fatigue and improve work productivity. Kratom has also traditionally been used during religious ceremonies and to treat medical conditions such as […]
Constipation occurs when a person has difficulty emptying the large bowel. Home remedies and lifestyle changes can often help resolve it, but sometimes, it may need medical attention. Constipation can happen for many reasons, such as when stool passes through the colon too slowly. The slower the food moves through the digestive tract, the more […]
Achi seed is botanically called “Brachystegia Eurycoma”, it is commonly used in the eastern part of Nigeria by the Igbos, the Akwa-Ibom/calabars. When the seed is grounded, the Achi powder is added to traditional soups and dishes. The Igbos commonly call it Achi while the Akwa-Ibom/calabars call it “Akpa”. The seed is dry, […]
Shea butter is a seed fat that comes from the shea tree. The shea tree is found in East and West tropical Africa. The shea butter comes from two oily kernels within the shea tree seed. After the kernel is removed from the seed, it is ground into a powder and boiled in water. The […]
Healthy habits are the best way to avoid disease, prolong your life, and live more happily. But in the chaos of a woman’s daily life, healthy living may take back seat to chores, work, busy schedules, and more. Take these simple steps toward a longer, healthier life. Heart disease is the leading cause of death […]
A snail is a small mollusk with a spiral-shaped shell. Snails are famous for moving very slowly, and for leaving a trail of slime behind them. They all have shells that they can retreat within. Snails have been in existence ever since the Roman era. They were picked up from Liguria and fattened in snail […]
Palm wine is an alcoholic beverage produced from the fermentation of sap of different palm species. Palm wine is a sweet, milky, effervescent, and alcoholic beverage. Palm wine is composed of amino acids, proteins, vitamins, and sugars. Palm wine is said to contain varying amounts of alcohol ranging from 2%–8% by volume depending on its […]
A safe medicines supply is fundamental for public health. A Fake drug is a drug product which is not what it purports to be. It is any drug product which is formulated or made to appear to be better than it really is. The term can also refer to a drug which is deliberately and […]
Cereals are nutritionally important sources of dietary protein, iron, vitamin B complex, vitamin E, carbohydrates, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine, fiber and traces of minerals important for both humans and animals. Cereals also help to prevent cancer, constipation, colon disorders and high blood sugar Low histamine cereals can help people who develop symptoms, such as sneezing, itching, […]
Nigeria, with population exceeding 170 million, is one of the largest producers of solid waste in Africa. Nigeria generates more than 32 million tons of solid waste annually, out of which only 20-30% is collected. Reckless disposal of MSW has led to blockage of sewers and drainage networks, and choking of water bodies. Waste disposal, […]
